Major CMS‑Recognized Hospital Types
CMS recognizes several distinct hospital types, each defined by federal law and specific Medicare Conditions of Participation. Here are the breakdowns and resources for the major hospital categories.
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What’s Happening at the ASTP/ONC: Jan. 2026
Supporting the adoption of health information technology and the promotion of nationwide, standards-based health information exchange to improve health care nationwide. Here is what is happening at the ASTP.
New Resource Highlights Pharmacy’s Role in Health Information Exchange
The Sequoia Project, a non-profit and trusted advocate for nationwide health information technology interoperability, released the draft Pharmacy Care: Use Cases for Health Information Exchange for public comment. The Interoperability Matters Pharmacy Workgroup is seeking feedback through February 13, 2026, via online form.
States Race To Launch Rural Health Transformation Plans
By Sarah Jane Tribble, Arielle Zionts, & Maia Rosenfeld – In late December, President Donald Trump’s administration announced how much all 50 states would get under its new Rural Health Transformation Program, assigning them to use the money to fix systemic problems that leave rural Americans without access to good health care. Now, the clock is ticking.
Digital Dividends Realized: Hospital Patient Engagement Capabilities
From the Health IT Buzz Blog – In our first post in the Digital Dividends blog series, we explored how more individuals than ever are accessing and using their health information online, especially those managing chronic conditions or a recent cancer diagnosis.
Telemedicine Flexibilities Extended for Prescribing Controlled Medications Through 2026
HHS & DEA extend telemedicine flexibilities for prescribing controlled medications through 2026. This action ensures that patients who rely on telemedicine, including seniors, rural residents, people with disabilities, and individuals receiving treatment for mental health conditions or substance use disorder, can continue accessing care without interruption.
Monday Morning Rounds with CMS
In case you missed it, this is recent communication from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Subscribe to their email lists to keep up to date on all press and news releases.
Whole-Person Care Takes Center Stage in Rural Health Transformation
By Laura Young – A review of the state-submitted RHT abstracts shows that while workforce, telehealth, and hospital sustainability remain prominent, the most consistent throughline across states is the need to fix how information moves at the last mile.
TEFCA Government Benefits Determination Implementation is Here!
From the Health IT Buzz Blog – We all know what it’s like to get forms completed with all the right information (and to get it done quickly!), and patients seeking determinations on their eligibility for Social Security Disability Insurance know this all too well.